Dream Warrior
Author: Heather Lynn
Email: ring_of_adament@yahoo.com
HET/ NC-17
Haldir/Lirimaer
Disclaimer: The characters, settings, places, and languages used in this work are the property of J R R Tolkien, the Tolkien Estate and Tolkien Enterprises. No money is being made and no copyright or trademark infringement is intended
Summary: This story begins in the year 3018 (S.R. 1418), the same time that Frodo, Sam, Merry and Pippin have begun their journey. They are now with Aragorn, having left Amon Sûl (Weathertop) after battling the ringwraiths. Arwen Evenstar has Frodo and is taking him to Rivendell. Lirimaer is an elf from Rivendell who journeys to Lothlórien to speak to Galadriel about the haunting nightmare she repeatedly has. Haldir comes across her along the way and he leads her to Lórien.
Notes: While writing this, I followed the Tolkien's books and the two movies and made up a few things as well. My timeline does not coincide with the books, only to try to keep things short! The numbers after a sentence means there is a definition at the end of the chapter. I hope the translations are correct, if not please email me so I can make any necessary repairs. I hope to add drawings soon, having just moved I will need some time. I hope you enjoy my first fan fic I've ever written, please let me know what you think! This fan fic was also part of the www.haldir-lives.org Fan Fic Challenge.
Chapter 15 - The Lord and Lady of the Wood
The city of Caras Galadhon was incredible. The mellyrn seemed to rise into the sky forever. It was approaching late evening. It seemed like there were as many lights in the trees as there are stars in the night sky. There were telain as far as the eye could see. 1 Haldir led them to a beautifully carved staircase that wrapped around a large mallorn trunk.
"This is the staircase to the Lord and Lady's apartments," said Haldir. "They are waiting for us."
Lirimaer swallowed hard. She had been waiting for this moment for a long time. Now that it was here, she was uneasy.
"Don't worry. I'll be with you," Haldir said, smiling, taking her hand and leading her up. "You will be all right."
They ascended the stairs until they reached a walkway. The walkway led them to another flight of stairs. Haldir led them to the bottom of this staircase and stopped. Two guards stood watch on either side at the top of the stairs. Two figures in long, flowing robes descended as though they floated on air. Light seemed to radiate from them. Lirimaer's companions put their hands over their hearts and bowed in respect. Lirimaer couldn't move, she was bewildered by their beauty.
"Mae govannen, Mellonea," said Celeborn. 2 "Welcome to Caras Galadhon."
"Welcome Lirimaer. Your arrival has been long awaited." Galadriel was speaking to her but her mouth didn't move.
"Haldir, thank you for serving as a guide for our guests. It is always wonderful to see you, my friend," Galadriel said, smiling at him. Haldir smiled and bowed in return.
Elladan, Elrohir, welcome! You bring a message from Master Elrond of Rivendell," said Galadriel. We will discuss it later tonight. Lirimaer, soon we will discuss your cause for coming here. 'You have a great weight on your soul.' My servant, Alfirin, will show you to your apartments. 3 Lirimaer, Alfirin will serve you for the duration of your stay. Go now and rest. 'Do not worry about your troubles.' We will call for you all to join us later for a welcome feast." With that, Lord Celeborn took Lady Galadriel by the hand and led her up the staircase.
They turned and went back to the staircase and started to climb. They came to a bridge that went to a large branch on a neighboring tree. They crossed over and continued up another staircase. They reached a group of large branches with several telain. "These are my quarters," said Haldir. "I will come and find you later."
"You will not have to look very far," said Alfirin. "The Lady wants Lirimaer to stay in the apartment next to yours." She turned and opened the beautifully carved door for Lirimaer.
"Then I will escort you later to dinner," he said, bowing, and turned and went into his room. He wasn't too sure if he liked the idea of Lirimaer being so close to him.
The room was large and airy. There was a large, intricately carved canopy bed, surrounded by curtains that looked like they were weaved from fine silk. There was a beautiful table with carved chairs and a carved lounger with lots of cushions. She looked across the room to the large balcony. She walked out and looked around. It was breathtaking. There were more chairs on the balcony, to sit and take in the view. Then she noticed that she shared a balcony with the room next door. Haldir's room.
"I am drawing a bath for you. Would you like to choose a gown to wear this evening?" she said, laying three of the most beautiful gowns she had ever seen on the bed. One was moss green in color, another was a silvery blue and the last looked like it was made from spun gold.
"Who do these belong to?" asked Lirimaer. "They are exquisite."
"Why, they belong to you. The Lady Galadriel had them made special for you."
"I shall wear the golden one tonight."
"It is a fine choice. Shall you take your bath now?" Alfirin asked, motioning to another doorway.
"That would be lovely!" exclaimed Lirimaer, her body aching from their long journey.
The bath was wonderful. The water was warm and relaxing and lightly perfumed with fragrant oils. She finished her bath, wrapping herself in a cloth and lay down on her bed for some much needed rest. She fell asleep quickly.
1. Telain – pl. for talan
2. Mellonea – friends
3. Alfirin – small, golden flower